Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Madison Elizabeth Co. Clutch Giveaway! {CLOSED}

If you're a fan of clutches then you're going to fall in love with this etsy shop: Madison Elizabeth Co. Madison is the sweetest {and very talented} girl from Portland, Oregon. She's a college student and avid DIY-er, and the girl can make some ah-mazing clutches! Clutches are all the rage right now and Madison's hold up to some of the most expensive ones out there, but for a fraction of the costs! I couldn't get over how fun her designs were, how in-expensive her prices are, and how well-made her clutches really are!! I have this clutch and I can't stop wearing it. It's an instant fave {see my post from yesterday, featuring this clutch HERE}. The lovely Madison is giving all my readers 10% off their purchase from now until the end of January with the code: belledecouture at checkout.

Q&A w/ Madison Elizabeth

1.) Tell us a little about The Madison Elizabeth etsy shop.

The Madison Elizabeth etsy shop carries clutches and pouches for everyday life. They are easy to use and style that can be taken from day to night. Each piece in handmade by myself. They are perfect for the on-trend fashionista, and affordable to everyone!

2.) What were your reasons for designing clutches, and what are your goals for your business?

I started seeing this style of clutch in Vogue issues as well as on some of my favorite blogs. Being a DIY-er and a college student on a slim budget, I set out to make my own. Adding the lining was a must! When you open up your clutch or pouch you want it to make you happy, which is just what my signature black and white lining does. Friends and co-workers started asking if I would make them one, so going on etsy was a natural next step. I would love to continue with etsy and expand a bit into some boutiques and shops. I want my customers to experience excellent service!

3.) What separates your clutches from others designers out there at the moment?

Madison Elizabeth clutches are affordable, well made, have a fun lining, and vegan too!

4.) Your clutches are extremely affordable, do you think that's important and do you think it gives you an advantage to other shops charging in the $50 range for their clutches?

Absolutely! I think it is important to be affordable, being on a college budget is a bit fashion challenging at points, but forces me to be creative! I would never sell something that I would not able to afford or want myself.

5.) What is your fave clutch currently in your shop?

That is a hard question! Whenever I make a new color combo it becomes my instant fave! I immediately think of how to style the clutch and how I can fit it into my wardrobe!

6.) Any tips with styling outfits with your clutches?

Madison Elizabeth clutches are very easy to style, because they fit in with so many different silhouettes, fabrics, and colors. They give off the essence of cool and chic without trying too hard. I use my clutch daily, usually I am in boots, a great pair of leggings, and a top, paired with a scarf, a leather jacket, or a utilitarian jacket (We need to bundle up here in the NW, it gets a tad chilly). The clutches are great for going out too! Just the other day my girlfriends and I went out for some dinner and desert. I was wearing a maxi-dress a leather jacket, and some pumps, my clutch completed the outfit!

7.) What are your top three must-have items you keep in your clutch??

I always have one of my small pouches {see HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, & HERE} in my clutch. They are perfect to carry around all the needed extras like lip gloss, floss, band-aids, etc... They also make it easy to switch bags!
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Iphone. It does everything I need it to do and has a great camera. I love taking pictures! Whether it’s for inspiration, or of me and my goofy friends.

8.) Who are your fave designers at the moment?

I have so many, it is hard to list them all. I love what Debrah Loyd has done with Kate Spade, and am excited to see the full line of the spring collection in person! Brad Goreski (which I am a huge fan of) has helped collaborate. Working in the Portland store I have seen a couple sneak peaks. My everyday faves are Tory Burch, Missoni, J. Crew (I heart Jenna Lyons) and Marc Jacobs. I love Chanel, I can’t get enough of what Karl Lagerfeld did for spring 2012 ready-to-wear collection. I am constantly being inspired, by Zac Posen, Oscar de Larenta, and many more. I could go on and on :)

9.) Where do you see your shop in the next 5 years, and do you plan on designing other pieces (other than clutches)?

Hopefully within the next 6 months I can start expanding more, landing some of Madison Elizabeth clutches into some boutiques and shops. My mind is always wondering and dreaming of what is next. I could go so many different ways. I always want to stay unique and fresh, while staying true to myself and my style.

10.) If you had to describe your clutches or your etsy shop in three words, which three would you choose?

I've recently become obsessed with Madison's clutches! Adorable! I especially love the red "dipped" in black - those are the two go-to colors in my wardrobe. I "liked" Madison Elizabeth Co. on fb and just started following Belle de Couture on Blog Lovin'.(berbelis.1@gmail.com - Christine Berbelis)

1.) My fave "in stock" item is the pink/red faux-leather clutch, but my absolute fave is the camel/black clutch shown at the top of your post!2.) I like Madison Elizabeth Co. on FB as Holly Storm-Burge3. I Follow Belle de Couture on Blog Lovin' from hstorm799{at}gmail{dot}com. Thanks!

I did everything in the 'How to Enter'! and for the additionals I did: 2.) Like Belle de Couture on facebook.3.) Follow Madison Elizabeth Co. on Twitter.4.) Follow Belle de Couture on Twitter.8. Follow Belle de Couture via Google.

liked Maddison on FB! and I've been following you on Bloglovin forever! haha and it's hard to choose a favourite everything is so cute! But I really like the pale olive faux leather clutch :)Naghmeh Lesanilesaniabdi.naghmeh@gmail.com

I love the fabric clutch you've featured here with the missoni-inspired chevron print! and i like Madison Elizabeth Co. on facebook and follow Belle de Couture on Blog Lovin'! (facebook name: tina maria)

I know it's the last day, but I blogged about your contest, which I found through Pour La Victorie's post on their shoes you were wearing: http://semprepresempre.blogspot.com/2012/01/last-day-to-enter-win-madison-elizabeth.html